Elcometer 355 Modular Coating Thickness Gauges

 

Product Description

The Elcometer 355 Coating Thickness Gauge’s watchwords are accuracy, simplicity, versatility and durability making this a true state of the art hand-held measuring system packed with time-saving and cost-cutting features. Available as a standard and top model, the unit’s large memory stores up to 10,000 readings in batches, and data can be output to PC, data-logger or printer as required.

With a comprehensive range of Probe Modules available, simply select the most appropriate for the application. All modules are supplied with calibration foils.

  • ±1% or 1μm, whichever is the greater, accuracy
  • Rugged aluminium case designed for the toughest environments
  • ElcoMaster® supplied.
  • Full statistical analysis – mean standard deviation, number of readings, highest and lowest value
  • RS232 output
  • Date and time stamp

Each gauge is supplied without a probe allowing the choice of the correct probe for the relevant applications

The Elcometer 355 Modular Coating Thickness Gauges can be used in accordance with:

  • IMO MSC.215(82)
  • IMO MSC.244 (83)
  • ISO 1461
  • ISO 19840
  • ISO 2063
  • ISO 2360
  • ISO 2808-6A
  • ISO 2808-6B
  • ISO 2808-7C
  • ISO 2808-7D
  • ISO 2808-12
  • ISO 2808-12
  • AS 2331.1.4
  • AS 3894.3-B
  • AS/NZS 1580.108.1
  • ASTM B 244
  • ASTM B 499
  • ASTM D 1186-B
  • ASTM D 1400,
  • ASTM D 7091
  • ASTM E 376
  • ASTM G 12
  • BS 3900-C5-6A
  • BS 3900-C5-6B
  • BS 5411-3
  • BS 5411-11
  • BS 5599,
  • DIN 50981
  • DIN 50984
  • ECCA T1
  • EN 13523-1
  • NF A49-211
  • NF T30-124
  • SS 184159
  • SSPC PA 2
  • US Navy PPI 63101-000
  • US Navy NSI 009-32

The Standards not in bold have been superseded but are still recognised in some industries

 

Specifications

Elcometer 355 Modular Coating Thickness Gauges – Specifications

Part Number Description
A355—-S Elcometer 355 Standard Coating Thickness Gauge
A355—-T Elcometer 355 Top Coating Thickness Gauge
Operating Temperature 0°C to 50°C
Storage Temperature -10°C to 60°C
Dimensions 175 x 83 x 42mm
Weight 650g
Reading Speed 40 readings per minute
Data Output RS232C Serial or Parallel Output via D25 Type Connector (Female)
Memory Standard: 5,000 reading memory in pre-set batches
Top: 10,000 reading memory in up to 200 batches (individually calibrated)
Battery Type 3 x 1.5V AA Cells (Alkaline) or 3 x 1.5V Nickel Metal Hydride rechargeable cells
Battery Life Minimum: 40 hours with alkaline batteries, 20 hours with rechargeable batteries
Certificate available Certificate of Test – for variable calibration equipment and supplied with readings.
A Certificate of Inspection states the instrument is tested in accordance with our procedures

Packing List

  • Elcometer 355 Top or Standard Gauge
  • Leather carry case
  • 3 x AA batteries
  • ElcoMaster® software
  • PC cable
  • Operating instructions

Data Sheet

Elcometer 355 Modular Coating Thickness Gauges – Data Sheet

Elcometer 355 Modular Coating Thickness Gauges Data Sheet

Elcometer 355 Modular Coating Thickness Gauges Probe Options Data Sheet


Standards

Elcometer 355 Modular Coating Thickness Gauges – Standards

The Elcometer 355 Modular Coating Thickness Gauges can be used in accordance with:

  • IMO MSC.215(82)
  • IMO MSC.244 (83)
  • ISO 1461
  • ISO 19840
  • ISO 2063
  • ISO 2360
  • ISO 2808-6A
  • ISO 2808-6B
  • ISO 2808-7C
  • ISO 2808-7D
  • ISO 2808-12
  • ISO 2808-12
  • AS 2331.1.4
  • AS 3894.3-B
  • AS/NZS 1580.108.1
  • ASTM B 244
  • ASTM B 499
  • ASTM D 1186-B
  • ASTM D 1400,
  • ASTM D 7091
  • ASTM E 376
  • ASTM G 12
  • BS 3900-C5-6A
  • BS 3900-C5-6B
  • BS 5411-3
  • BS 5411-11
  • BS 5599,
  • DIN 50981
  • DIN 50984
  • ECCA T1
  • EN 13523-1
  • NF A49-211
  • NF T30-124
  • SS 184159
  • SSPC PA 2
  • US Navy PPI 63101-000
  • US Navy NSI 009-32

The Standards not in bold have been superseded but are still recognised in some industries

Accessories

Elcometer 355 Modular Coating Thickness Gauges – Accessories

Elcometer 355 Probe Accessories
Jumbo Hand Grip
Ideal for precision placement for the most accurate results on flat and curved surfaces. Place the probe inside the Jumbo Hand Grip and take measurements – ideal when wearing gloves.
T9997766- Jumbo Hand Grip – F and N Probes
Use with the following Elcometer 355 probes:
F1 Standard, F2 Standard, F4 Standard, F5 Rebar, N1 Standard
V-Probe Adaptor
Ideal for precision placement for the most accurate results on medium and large diameter curved surfaces such as pipes and cylinders.
T9997381 V-Probe Adaptor – F and N Probes
Use with the following Elcometer 355 probes:
F1 Standard, F2 Standard, F4 Standard, F5 Rebar, N1 Standard
Soft Material / Blanket Probe
Ideal for taking precision readings on soft coatings or printing blankets. The wide, flat base design acts as a load spreader, reducing the total force at a single point.
T35511963 Soft Material / Blanket Probe for the Elcometer 355
Probe Placement Jig
For the most reliable and repeatable coating thickness measurements, making the gauge score highly in repeatability and reproducibility studies. Ideal for small and large components alike. The probe placement jig is supplied with a probe housing to suit standard F1, F2, F4, F5 and N1 probes. Housings to suit other probes are available as optional accessories.
T95012880 Probe Placement Jig
T95013028 Component Hand Vice – a simple vice to hold small components
T95012888 Cable Release Assembly – ideal for remote measurements
T95015589 N4 Probe Adaptor – must be purchased for use with N4 Probes
Use with the following probes:
F1 Standard, F2 Standard, F4 Standard, F5 Rebar, N1 Standard and N4 Standard

 

Probe Options

Elcometer 355 Modular Coating Thickness Gauge Probe Options

Elcometer 355 Ferrous and Non-Ferrous Probes

Unique probe modules allow the Elcometer 355 Standard Coating Thickness Gauges to be versatile and flexible for any measurement application.
Probe modules can be freely interchanged as required for both ferrous (F) and non-ferrous (N) metal substrates.
Most probe modules are capable of an accuracy of ±1% of the reading on a variety of coatings and surfaces.
Telescopic probes extend from 410mm  to 1100mm.

Scale 1 Range: 0-1500μm Accuracy*: ±1% or ±1μm
Resolution: 0.1μm: 0-200μm; 0.5μm: 200-500μm; 1μm: 500-1500µm
Standard Right Angle Telescopic N1 Standard
Probe Design Part Number Minimum Headroom Minimum Sample Diameter Certificate
F1 Standard T35511952 85mm 6mm •
F1 Telescopic T35511959 30mm 6mm •
N1 Standard T35511982 85mm 8mm •
Scale 2 Range: 0-5mm Accuracy*: ±1% or ±5μm
Resolution: 2μm: 0-500μm; 5μm: 500-5000μm
F2 Standard F2 Telescopic N2 Standard
Probe Design Part Number Minimum Headroom Minimum Sample Diameter Certificate
F2 Telescopic T35511960 36mm 10mm •
N2 Standard T35511984 88mm 18mm •
Scale 4 Range: 0-250µm Accuracy*: ±1% or ±1μm
Resolution: 0.1µm: 0-250µm
F4 Standard F4 Right Angle (long) N4 Standard
Probe Design Part Number  Minimum Headroom  Minimum Sample Diameter  Certificate 
F4 Standard T35511950 85mm 4mm •
F4 Right Angle (long) T35511951 18mm 3mm •
N4 Standard T35511980 90mm 8mm •
Scale 5 Range: 0-250µm Accuracy*: ±1% or ±1μm
F5 Rebar
Probe Design Part Number Minimum Headroom Minimum Sample Diameter Certificate
F5 (Rebar) T35511962 85mm 4mm •

Instruction Manual

Elcometer 355 Modular Coating Thickness Gauges – Instruction Manual

Elcometer 355 Modular Coating Thickness Gauges Instruction Manual